<font size=\"3\"><b>Allnigeriasoccer.com</b> understands that Egyptian side Al&rsquo; Geish are closing in on a deal to sign Azeez Shobowale, 23, from Kano Pillars.<br /><br />Several clubs in North Africa have made enquiries about his availability ahead of the opening of the summer transfer market.<br /><br />But <i>The Army&rsquo; s Vanguards </i>are hoping to steal a march on their rivals, with the club offering him a three - year contract which the player&rsquo;s intermediary is currently studying.<br /><br />After the Ramadan in July, Shobowale and his representative will sit down at the table to discuss the pros and cons of accepting the offer from Al&rsquo; Geish.<br /><br />Due to the attacking midfielder&rsquo;s playing style, he is being touted as Messi of Kano Pillars.<br /><br /><b>Editor</b><br /><br />Photo Credit : transfermarkt.co.uk</font><br />